NAU Kitt School of Music

10/12/2026

Acclaimed wind quintet WindSync, winner of the Concert Artists Guild and Fischoff National Chamber Music Competitions, comes to Northern Arizona University for a dynamic concert culminating a two-day residency. The October 15th program (7:30 pm in Kitt Recital Hall) showcases WindSync’s artistry alongside special collaborations with Kitt School of Music faculty, celebrating creativity, connection, and exceptional chamber music.

Admission is free an open to all.

This event will be available via livestream

10/08/2026

Tuesday, October 13th and 7:30 pm in Kitt Recital Hall, NAU’s student big bands, Jazz Ensemble II and Jazz Ensemble I present their first performance of the semester featuring the music of Count Basie, Thad Jones, Maria Schneider, Bob Mintzer, and more. Directed by Dave Len Scott and Chris Finet.

10/07/2026

The Kitt School of Music proudly presents a Junior Recital featuring Elena Esquer, viola, Michael Minear, violin, Aimee Fincher and Alec Wilkes, piano, at 5:30 pm on October 11th in Kitt Recital Hall.

Admission is free and open to all.

This event will be available via livestream at https://www.youtube.com/-Virtual-Stage

10/07/2026

Autumn Winds: Music in Motion

Join the NAU Symphonic Band and NAU Wind Symphony for their opening concert of the 2026-2027 academic year. The NAU Symphonic Band is excited to feature NAU’s new Assistant Professor of Flute, Dr. Troy Paolantonio, on Robbert Spittal’s Prelude and Flight for Flute and Band. Following that is a new work by composer Steve Danyew titled Pictures of Memory. Also, on the program are works by Camille Saint-Saëns and Hiroshi Hoshina. Then, the NAU Wind Symphony opens with the bold brilliance of John William’s Liberty Fanfare, followed by the shimmering energy of Ryan George’s Firefly. NAU Professor of Bassoon Michelle Fletcher takes center stage as featured soloist in Eric Ewazen's lyrical and virtuosic Concerto for Bassoon, while Viet Cuong's John and Jim brings the evening to a vibrant and unexpected conclusion.

Tickets available through the NAU Central Ticket Office at https://nautickets.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2692

Complimentary parking is available for ticket holders (please see CTO site for details.)

10/05/2026

NAU’s Student Jazz Combos present their first performance of the semester at a great local venue, Firecreek Coffee (22 E Rte 66, Flagstaff, AZ ).

The groups will play a variety of jazz standards, classics from the American Songbook, and original compositions/arrangements. Guest Artist/Faculty group to finish the evening featuring Clark Gibson - alto sax, and Chris Davis - trumpet.

10/02/2026

Thank you Dr. Ivan Manzanilla for working with and sharing your music with us this week!

We had a busy two days with Dr. Manzanilla! He taught lessons, worked with students in percussion ensemble, gave a very informative masterclass on Mexican composers and their music, and performed a fantastic recital of Mexican composers. Thank you for bringing your artistry and knowledge to Northern Arizona University Percussion !

09/30/2026

Don't miss it! Please join us on at 3:00 on Sunday, October 4th in Ardrey Auditorium for the first NAU Orchestra Concert of the year.

09/22/2026

Last year, Kitt School of Music students and faculty had the exciting opportunity to work with NAU Marketing to showcase what it’s really like to be a musician at NAU!

The full Kitt School of Music video is now available on our YouTube page, along with individual features highlighting some of our amazing ensembles including Choir, Orchestra, Jazz, and Opera. 🎻🎺🎭🎤🎶💙💛

Whether you’re a current student, future Lumberjack, or simply want to see what our students have been up to, head over to our YouTube page, check them out, and share with your family & friends! Go Jacks!



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09/22/2026

🥁We are excited for Dr. Ivan Manzanilla’s visit to Northern Arizona University Percussion next week!

Ivan Manzanilla’s work centers on the exploration and dissemination of newly created music and art. His teaching practice and commissions for new works that explore sound, language and gesture reflect his commitment to new generations of percussionists, musicians and contemporary forms of art.

Concert and masterclass carried out with support from the System of Support for Creation and Cultural Projects.

Admission is free and open to all.

09/03/2026

From Kitt Recital Hall to International Acclaim: Duos Earns High Praise

The Kitt School of Music is proud to celebrate Duos, the recent recording by former NAU faculty members Emily Hoppe and (flute) and Cris Inguanti (clarinet). Recorded in Kitt Recital Hall and released on Red Shift Records, the album received high praise in the International Clarinet Association Journal.

Congratulations to Emily and Cris on this outstanding recognition and on a recording that reflects the artistry, collaboration, and excellence long associated with our school. 🎶👏

TCO Audio Reviews: Summer 2026 Karl Kolbeck, Audio Review Editor Natalie Szabo, Associate Audio Review Editor, TCO Steppin’ Out. Ricky Alexander, clarinet, alto sax, and vocals; Mike Davis, cornet and vocals; Josh Holcomb, trombone; Jared Engel, banjo; Andy Schumm, piano and cornet; Jay Rattman, b...